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Hagerstown introduces wastewater video for schools and residents

HAGERSTOWN – City officials unveiled a new educational video explaining how wastewater is collected, treated and safely returned to local waterways, expanding an...

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Franklin County contracts with recovery home, settles tax appeals

CHAMBERSBURG – The Franklin County Commission approved contracts for a recovery home, selected a local company for tax bill printing and granted two...

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City reviews future of South Potomac Street property

HAGERSTOWN – City officials are considering whether a vacant parcel on South Potomac Street should be offered for redevelopment or retained for potential...

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With protestors outside, Washington County commissioners seek key project funds, oppose municipal zoning bill

HAGERSTOWN – Washington County Commissioners voted at their Tuesday, Feb. 3, meeting to oppose a state bill expanding municipal rezoning powers, requested significant...

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Washington County highlights progress, prepares for county’s & nation’s 250th birthday

HAGERSTOWN – Washington County released its 2026 State of the County video on Feb. 3, showcasing key accomplishments from 2025 and outlining priorities...

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Mercersburg fire company meets with borough, water authority over water access

MERCERSBURG – Officials of the MMP&W Volunteer Fire & Ambulance Company have met with both borough and Mercersburg Water Authority executives as they...

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ICE protest planned as Washington County Commission meets Tuesday for regular meeting

HAGERSTOWN – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners will convene for a regular open session Tuesday, Feb. 3, with an agenda that...

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Franklin commissioners approve undisclosed spending, briefed on 2025 budget

CHAMBERSBURG – With winter weather keeping public commenters home, the Franklin County Commission’s Jan. 28 meeting lasted around half an hour during which...

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Homeland Security buys Washington County warehouse for potential ICE facility

HAGERSTOWN – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has purchased a large warehouse at 16220 Wright Road near Williamsport for $102.4 million, according...

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Boroughs stress sidewalk snow rules after winter storm

In the Borough of Waynesboro, residents and business owners are required to remove snow, ice, sleet, mud or similar substances from sidewalks within...

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